Housing programs and energy tips from the Department
A Manitoba note outlines the CHIP grant for pre 1946 homes, up to 350 dollars for insulation materials, and a Critical Home Repair program for low income seniors and disabled, with eligibility and contact numbers in Winnipeg. It also covers wood heating, insulation guides Keeping the Heat In, energy sessions in Russell and Roblin, and safety tips for hypothermia from the Red Cross.
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Chip
C.M.H.C
The
Winnipeg
Dept. of Agriculture
Russell
Masonic Hall
Roblin
Dept
Ry Morgan
Manitoba Hydro
Geesbricht
Dave Schwaluk
Dauphin
Winter Safety 1978 79 The Cold Killer
Two ways to handle winter dangers. Hypothermia begins with body temperature drop and slowed pulse, leading to potential death. It can strike after ice immersion or prolonged exposure in cold conditions.
Grandview gets loans and grants for sewage and water
Manitoba announces funding for Grandview to expand the sewage lagoon and extend sewer and water services. The Manitoba Water Services Board will provide a 20 year loan of 119 215 with a provincial grant of 36 785 to cover the project costs. Minister Jim Downey stated the program supports the town's infrastructure plan.
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Manitoba
Grandview
Agriculture
Jim Downey
Manitoba Water Services Board
Good Citizenship Award and Manitoba agriculture sulfur findings
Provincial programs fund local sewer and water projects with provincial loans via the Manitoba Water Services Board. A farmers fall fertilize program reports rising interest. Soil tests show 25 percent of fields need extra sulfur, with 36 percent needing sulfur for crops like corn and potatoes. sulfur deficiencies appear widespread in central Manitoba and require further testing. The Good Citizenship Award honors Manitoban volunteers, with a panel including Constance Finney and Dorothy Betz among past recipients.
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Manitoba
Constable Ed Finney
Winnipeg
West Kildonan
Shirley Beese
Emerson
Dorothy Betz
John E. Hudson
Hamiota
Fay MacKenzie
Soil Tests Show High Nitrogen Need Across Fallow Fields
The provincial soil laboratory reports about 40 percent of fallow fields require additional nitrogen, well above the usual 25 percent. Ken McGill notes record sample volumes with 2200 field samples received and 1200 analyzed, driven by rising farmer use of soil testing and the early harvest.
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Ken McGill
Soil Testing Laboratory
McGill
Manitoba awards nominations open for six by Government House
The Convention Association of Manitoba invites nominations from organizations and individuals across the province. Applications are at T.C.A.M. Winnipeg address with a December 1 1978 deadline. Lieutenant Governor Bud Jobin will present six awards at Government House in January.
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Convention Association of Manitoba Inc
T.C.A.M
York Avenue
Winnipeg
Manitoba
F. L
Bud) Jobin
Government House
Governor For A Week Lion Plans Dim Now
The Lions Club changes George Gileson from District Governor to Zone Chairman after overestimating his role in last week's report.
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George Gileson
Lions Club
Quotable Quote attributed to Allan Jacks on praise
A quotation attributed to Allan Jacks notes that finding fault is easier than praising others. The remark emphasizes the ease of criticizing over giving praise.
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Allan Jacks
Manitoba Unemployment Insurance Refined by 48 Regions
UI rules stay the same for duration and maximum benefits but now apply across 48 regions instead of 16. Eligible weeks range from 10 to 14 based on local unemployment, with the changes starting for claims filed after November 12. A map shows the new economic boundaries for reference.
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Canada
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Canadian Red Cross Society
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Inglis
Brandon
Brandon Scrap Iron & Metals Recycling Ltd
Hide & Fur Co
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White
Cockshutt
Cockshutt Universa
Deutz
Universa
Man
J.D
Case
Oliver Supe
Oliver
Oliver && Oliver
Cockshutt Cockshutt
Roblin, Man
Interlake
Mariapolis
Swan Lake
Carberry
Minnesota
Red River Valley
First Canadian Bank
Bank of Montreal
Winnipegosis
Meadowlands
Cayer
Reykjavik
Lake
Andy Wasagaming
Norgate
Olha
Thompson
Headingley
Harvill
Binstarth
Herod
Onande
Walderseee
Hodgson
Langruth” Delta Beach
Gordon
St. Eustache
Selkirk
Portage la Prairie
Oakbask
Lowland
Oakbank
Employment and Immigration Canada
Bud Cullen
Employer Immigration Canada
Ministre
Winnipes
Ridmus Mountain National Park
Sawtownship Range
Rawestop
Parkland
South
Ranges
Porcupine Forest Reserve
Township 27
Canada Employment and Immigration Commission
Unemployment Insurance Commission
Department of Manpower and Immigration
Pelican Rapids
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